Antonov An-28
The Antonov An-28 is a small, twin-engine turboprop utility aircraft designed for short-takeoff operations from rough or unprepared airstrips in remote areas. It was later built under licence in Poland by PZL-Mielec, which developed further updated versions after Antonov's own production ended. Its fixed landing gear and simple systems keep it easy to maintain in the remote regions it's typically flown in. It's commonly used for passenger transport, cargo, and parachuting in areas with little supporting infrastructure.
Did you know?
The An-28 was later built under licence in Poland by PZL-Mielec, which kept developing updated versions after Antonov's own production ended.
Specifications
| Length | 13.1 m (43 ft) |
|---|---|
| Wingspan | 22.1 m (72 ft) |
| Height | 4.9 m (16 ft) |
| Maximum passengers | 17 |
| Persons on board | 20 |
| Maximum take-off weight | 7 t |
| Range | 350 NM (648 km) |
| Maximum speed | 200 kt (370 km/h) |
| Service ceiling | 26,250 ft (8,001 m) |
| Optimum ceiling | 24,000 ft (7,315 m) |
| Rate of climb | 1,640 ft/min (8.3 m/s) |
| Take-off distance | 410 m (1,345 ft) |
| Landing distance | 590 m (1,936 ft) |
| Fuel capacity | 2,400 l |
| Engines | 2x Glushenkov TVD-10B |
| Units built | 191 |
Curated by CatchFlights from manufacturer documents, ICAO Doc 8643 and reference works; values are left out where no source could confirm them. Sources are listed on our credits page.
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